NHTSA Complaint #11696627 — 2021 FORD F-150

EXTERIOR LIGHTING issue reported to NHTSA

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Complaint Details

ODI Number	11696627
Vehicle	2021 FORD F-150
Component	EXTERIOR LIGHTING
Date of Incident	September 5, 2025
Date Filed	October 30, 2025
Mileage	N/A miles
Crash	No
Fire	No
Injuries	0
Deaths	0
Vehicle Towed	No
State	MS

Consumer Description

Both Running Daytime Lights have stopped working. This is a common issue with 2021 and up F150's. The issue results in a loss of visibility during daylight hours, creating a safety issue during daytime hours. This also seems to be negligence on the manufacturer's side. My understanding of the issue is a part of the headlight gets too hot under normal operating conditions and results in a melting or possible burning of a section of the headlight assembly. This is also a potential fire hazard from this area which is close to the engine also.

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